74. Amelie (4.97/5)

If you would ask me how I found out about this movie, you might have a laugh. Having no idea what to download, I then browsed some of my FB friend’s favourite movies. I saw Amelie on some of my friend’s profiles, so I downloaded it. I am very happy to download this movie because it is really great and amazing.

                Amelie is an eccentric woman who sees things differently. She does what makes her happy, she helps people find love, and then she tried finding the man who owns the treasure box she found on her house, and in the end, she finds herself her true love as well.

                I loved this movie. I find myself smiling and laughing several times because of Amelie’s quirkiness. I love her character, she is very free-spirited, and I love that because she doesn’t care about what people would say about her. She simply does what she loves. I really love how she played as a mysterious lady luring the guy she likes. It was like playing games, yet, with a very genuine and child-at-heart motive.

                In conclusion, this movie is light, very fun; it brings back the free-spirited in you. If you want to watch something that could make you feel young, adventurous and free-spirited, watch this. 

I give this movie 4.97/5

73. Hang Over I (3.97/5)

Few weeks ago, Hang Over II was showed in cinemas and had gotten a lot of viewers all over the world. My sister was one of the people who said that Hangover was great, and through her, I had an idea about the movie. Since I know that it is hard to download clear torrent copies of new movies, I downloaded the first Hangover movie rather than the 2^nd one.

                It was a nice laugh watching this movie. This movie makes me remember the feeling of getting drunk and forgetting some of the things you had done the next day. This movie may come over the top, and unrealistic, but it is a comedy, and it is just a movie, so; who cares? As long as it makes us laugh, unrealistic scenes are forgivable.

                The tiger was a good laugh, the dentist with a tooth taken out was funny, and the casino scenes were also great. You can say that this is a level up to those road trip movies we had watched 10 years ago.  

                In conclusion, this movie is a great watch with buddies and friends. If you are up for something fun, something you and your friends could relate to, this is a movie to watch. You can also watch it with your family as well.

I give this movie a 3.97/5

72. Atonement (4/5)

The moment I finished watching this movie... I was like, ok, it was just fine.

But as you internalize.. you'll realize, the movie is good.

I think it is better to read the novel than to watch this movie as how movie adaptations are as always, but the movie is still a good watch. You know, it is only seldom that you can find a movie that is about a protagonist that accepted she made a mistake while wanting to cleanse the sin but couldn't. Imagine the agony. A protagonist that is not a good person, but wishes to change what she had done.

I think the book would be better, a lot better... but still..

I give this movie 4/5

71. Catch Me I'm in Love (1.95/5)

Another light movie! Watched this on the internet.

Uhm, I was expecting something within the level of Amnesia Girl starred by John Lloyd and Toni, but then... this movie kinda failed me. It was a good laugh, but it was.. ordinary. Normal. For Class C.

But then, there are still moments of kilig...

I want to comment of Mateo, what? His role is useless, we could scrap him off the movie and the movie would still stand. I don't know what happen.. but you know, his character in the movie is semi-pointless.

I remember my Star Cinema application days, we were asked to make concepts for Sara and Gerald-- now, there it is.  I do not see my concept there, good thing. Hehehe.

I give this movie a 1.95/5

70. The Girl with a Dragon Tattoo (3.25/5)

Hmmm.... a nice suspense film, I was expecting a fantasy movie like Harry Potter, with super powers and all that. Lo and Behold, it was a suspense, crime investigative movie.

I love how they found clues using pictures, very interesting. The pictures are scary too, I am afraid the movie would turn in to something horror because I was watching at very late night. I stopped and watched the next day, and it was just a suspense movie. A nice one.

I just hate because the copy that was given to me was dubbed... or I don't know.. the mouth sometimes is not  sync with the voice, so I assume it is dubbed. I always prefer subtitles, but then... coming from a suspense film, I don't know if I prefer subtitles... BUT I ALWAYS PREFER SUBTITLES NO MATTER WHAT. Hate this habit and dependency of mine.

Movie is dark, cold, yet amazing... There is a rape scene, and the revenge was... ech, the old man deserved it, but I don't know how to react...  I want to puke.

And, the girl protagonist has such small breasts. Haha! Just a random thought.

I give this movie a  3.25/5

69. The Secret of Kells (3.95/5)

Great animation, great animation, great animation. Rich vivid colors, unique drawings, unique lines and shapes.

I love it visually. REALLY.

Story-wise, it is for kids. Honestly, since I am a kid at heart and I am trying to write a fantasy now for work...  this piece of masterpiece made my mind wonder...  I even thought of a fantasy character! I don't know why, but even though the movie is simple, it made my imagination working! Nice one!

About a boy who wanted to see the book that has magical powers. The boy who has the courage to oppose his ruling brother... in belief there is so much to learn, and their are other ways. Very free-spirited kid.

I give this a 3.95/5

68. In to the Wild (3.75/5)

Just found out that this movie was directed by Sean Penn. The screenplay was also written by Sean Penn. The movie is great,  reminds me of 127 hours, but this one has more depth to it. More story. More like a strong character perspective. The story is about a man who decided to cut his connection to society, live life on his own, the way he wanted it to be. TRUE PRICELESS freedom.

Hahaha, but I can never do what he did.

The character Chris on the movie reminds me of NPAs here in the Philippines. But then I adore this guy for standing up on what he believes in. I admire him for being sure of himself. He is smart and all, but he is weird in some sense.

This is based on a true story which makes it more beautiful.

I give this movie.. goes, why do I end up wanting to grade a movie higher after reminiscing what happen?

I'll add a couple of points.. instead of 3.5, I give this movie 3.57/5

67. 5 centimeters per second (4/5)

I am sappy and cheesy. Even though I don't remember some parts, I remember it as very dramatic. CHEESY. This movie reminds me of some anime I had watched... probably like the anime Boys Be.

I love the picturesque scenes. I love the longing of the characters, the deep love of the characters. Childhood love turned in to... deep, great love.

The story of distance.... so poetic, I love it. Although I am sure some wouldn't like this movie.

But sorry, I do.


I give this movie 4/5

66. Lord of War (3.65/5)

I think I already watched this movie before... I am not just sure... so I am still including this.

I had watched a lot of Nicholas Cage movies, and I discovered his movies are mostly actions. Some are thought-provoking, but there is something in them that makes you sleepy sometimes...

Love the cinematography of this movie. The first part is already interesting, the gun travelling from different places...

Hmmmmm.... now that I remember, the movie really gives a resounding lesson. About war, and the perspective of a man who makes a business out of illegal fire arms.

Great, a great movie. The brother of Nicholas Cage is also a very interesting character here. He may appear weaker, yes, he might be, but he has more compassion and heart.

I JUST REALIZED I MIGHT NOT JUST MAKE A MOVIE WITHOUT COMIC RELIEF ON IT. Even one character that brings fun and lightness...

In spite the resounding lesson, I still give this movie a 3.65/5

65. I am Number Four (3.25/5)

Hmmm... I don't know what's up with me these days, I prefer funny and light movies...

I am number Four is a movie about a guy from another planet. He is one of the remaining of their kind and some other beings are hunting them. Guys like the main character has super powers. I feel the movie too physical, no emotional story. I don't know if I am affected with my drama writing workshop, but yeah, the story felt a little shallow.

I think the star of the movie Alex Pettyfer is a great actor, but boring stiff main characters are not just for me.

Dianna Agron (Quinn from Glee) was the main character of the show and I love her character being a photgrapher and all. I love Quinn. Hehe.

Very short character arc, I actually had forgotten a lot of parts. Blame my stupid memory. But as I write, I remember the dog... MORPHING! COOL SHAPESHIFTER!

I'll try to watch this again soon.

I give this movie 3.25/5

64. Diary of a Wimpy Kid (4/5)

After few weeks that I had watched this movie, I am rating. You can throw tomatoes at me now if I rated it 4/5, but then again... I was highly entertained. No-brainer, just a good laugh. I enjoyed it.

I love the vomit prank. So funny, I love it!

And the door knob! Hilarious!

Oh well, I can say that there is really a kid trapped inside me. I am still a kid inside! Haha. Well, I think every is.


I give this movie a 4/5

63. Sorcerer's Apprentice (4/5)

I am again rating after weeks of watching this said film.

Well, I got some few money writing essays so I bought some DVDs. This one I know is intended for kids, and if you are planning of watching something light and no-brainer, you would definitely enjoy.

I like the color, visually appealing. Plot is far too common, remember Nek, the Heroe's journey? but I enjoyed it. it is like watching a simple cartoon.

I also love the OST: Secrets by ONE MAN REPUBLIC YEAH! Although I think it was used inappropriately in the scene. Love of the two characters are far too shallow. But then again, I was entertained. Isn't that supposed to be the essence of movies?

I give this 4/5 because it is simple and I was entertained.

62. In the Name of Love (3.95/5)

Hmmm... I might have scored this a 5/5 if I blogged right after watching the movie. It seems like the feelings melted away as time goes by. I probably watched this on DVD 1 week ago.

I met the person who had written this story/concept. Enrico Santos just cascaded the "Heroes Journey" seminar to us last Monday. I believe that Star Cinema Peeps are very talented and great. To people who ridicule Star Cinema, you just don't know how talented the people there are... I believe that they can make a Hollywood level type of story, it is just that--- we need to face the fact that budget is a very crucial thing in making those visually appealing movies--- the movie industry is business, so they need to make sure that majority of the Filipino people would watch. If you aren't satisfied, try and try to pitch ideas.... if you are impatient... create your own network. :)

Going back to the story: I am starting to like Angel Locsin. I don't really like love her before, but now.. I am learning to appreciate her. Her pole dance was great at the movie, there are times I feel she moves like a guy when she dance seductively.

The character of Angel on the story is very light. She is very childish in the first parts of the movie. I also want to react about Aga always partnered with young hot girls. What's up Aga? Isn't that unfair for other actors?

The other male character, Jake Cuenca-- is best! I remember I really really love him during his younger years. Now, he is older... he is still handsome, but not as before! Going back to the story, I really feel for Jake on the story. She loves Angel so much, but it is just sad that Angel just USED him.

The best scenes for me was the dialogue revelation of Aga and Angel. It was really heartfelt. I realized that Star Cinema love making dialogues or monologues. They see to it that those are dramatic. But people might just recognize it too so I hope Star Cinema could come up of something different.

Lastly, In the Name of Love has a feel of the movie Love Story and I love you Goodbye. Why do they love making movie posters with red as background on it? It looks one and the same already, change the poster background please!

To conclude: This movie showed to us how a person could love after all the years, the anger, the questions. Love could withstand anything.... even time and hate.

I give this move 3.95/5